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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1918
Page
4
Office listing shows Evening Journal publisher and editor at the Washington Iowa post office as second class mail matter. Advertising rates for address 108 East Main Street include weekly and monthly options with annual mail rates.
The verse condemns pacifist quibbles and political posturing. It urges focus on winning the war and ending Prussian aggression, arguing that war’s costs and casualties dwarf other concerns and that only victory matters now.
A fragmented poetic excerpt reflects on shared human experience of poverty. It speaks of others beyond oneself and the stirring knowledge that every fate differs yet sorrow binds people. The piece hints at collective hardship and endurance.
A provocative editorial attacks the so called secret army menace claim, arguing that diplomacy and subterfuge define modern warfare. It questions German heroism while noting Entente nations boast their own heroes amid the war mentality.
A rant critiques German efficiency as a theoretical construct rather than practical, arguing that German methods rely on precedents and subterfuge. The piece contrasts Allied swift wartime mobilization with German delays, praising Allied and American heroes while condemning German tactics and the secret army myth.
By Frank Branan of the Vigilantes the poem extols the azure sky starry sweep of a nation and the flag as sacred emblem. It speaks of crimson stripes of heroes blood and unfurled loyalty to God and country in a fresh fervent tone.
Italian army plans to color all petrol to distinguish it from supplies used for private traffic. Permanent dyes will allow easy identification and enable legal action against fraudsters who obtain petrol for private use at high prices.
The war has reshaped English women's roles with Margaret Bell noting a shift from social intrigue to practical national service. Former society butterflies and dressmakers adopt overalls and sewing, while the shy flapper becomes a vigilant fundraiser and organizer for wartime needs.
Public school children of Menasha Wisconsin ages seven to seventeen are turning out ten thousand gun cleaners at Red Cross rooms. They use wire material and provide the second large shipment for troops encamped in Texas.
O H Dunlap announces candidacy for state senator in Washington Kewry county district subject to Republican voters at June primaries. Job is to seek nomination and represent party in the upcoming election.
A transformed governess begins teaching new housewives, abandoning lethargy for active work. She helps workers' children, while the owner notes the shift as the once passive woman now starts daily duties early, embracing a practical kitchen driven approach.
Cornelius George Kouliser, age 21, of New York, applied for a court order to change his name to Greenlert to better fit his stated goal of aiming higher and taking a swing at Kaiser Bil.
Garrett Gruin was fined 10 in a London court for causing unnecessary alarm by spreading a report that German airplanes had been sighted over London when none were seen.
A fragmented poem hints at modern desires the need for money care, health, laughter, companionship, and communication paths. It juxtaposes daily wants from social connection to practical goods like food and a telephone. The text mirrors consumer yearnings in a playful yet slippery rhythm.
Seod WALTER 8. BOYER is a candidate for nomination to the office of state representative from Washington county, subject to the will of the Republican voters at the June primaries.
Local candidate declares candidacy for the Republican ticket in the June primaries. McCleary mounts a bid for representative in the twenty third district pending voter will.
A candidate for the county sheriff position is listed as subject to the will of EOD-TF JAMES 8 STEVENSON. The item notes a formal submission or designation within a local political process. No dates or locations are provided.
A candidate announces a June primary bid for the office of county treasurer on the Republican ticket in Washington County. The statement seeks the support of county Republican leaders.
Candidate Jude W G Hotlas announces his bid for the unexpired term of Mr Stevens on the Washington County Board of Supervisors. He seeks the support of Republican voters in the county.
A brief Mansfield club note quotes Mrs. Faxes WW and a reply about paying back a dinner invitation. The exchange, labeled by the Boston Transcript, centers on a social debt and a reciprocal gesture in a casual local context.
Natural petroleum dates to Cyrus and earlier and is referenced in biblical history as the salt of the earth. When it loses its volatile essence it becomes asphalt used for pavements in Nineveh and Babylon.
The article describes Kenusine as useful for removing grease and stubborn stains though its odor is unpleasant. It suggests neutralizing odor by shaking the substance with soda and drying, and mentions a chemical treatment involving litharge in caustic soda.
A Baltimore era article proclaims galvanized wire netting superior to wood and plaster for surgical splints. It is strong light nonabsorbent easily sterilized and provides ventilation. New splints are woven from tempered wire that can be shaped to fit injured limbs.
It advertises Zemo as a safe antiseptic liquid that stops itching instantly and clears skin of Acne, eczema, and other blemishes. Sold by druggists in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles, it is described as non greasy and suitable for tender skin.
Arrivals and departures logged for passenger service from 2 37 a m to 6 10 p m with passenger counts noted. Indicates schedule but lacks clear context or location and names.
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